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“I am, emphatically. Mental illness triggered by xperimental error.”

Quote by David Mitchell

Book:Cloud Atlas (Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition): A Novel

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Cloud Atlas (Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition): A Novel

David Mitchell's Cloud Atlas is a complex and ambitious novel that weaves together six interrelated stories set in various eras and locations. The narrative spans from the 19th century to a post-apocalyptic future, featuring characters from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Each story is unique yet interconnected, reflecting the universal human condition and the idea that actions in one life can have repercussions in another. This enhanced movie tie-in edition includes additional content related to the film adaptation. more

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David Mitchell is a British novelist known for his unique narrative techniques and profound humanistic concerns. His works often blend humor, satire, and philosophical thinking, winning him a wide audience. more

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